RIU Hotels Cancún: All Restaurants & Bars

The main buffet restaurant at Riu Cancun featuring live cooking stations, a wide variety of international dishes, and themed dinner nights three times per week.

✨ Insider tip: Arrive early for dinner to get the best selection at the live cooking stations. Themed nights rotate and can include Mexican, Caribbean, and Asian themes.

Note: Continental breakfast and snacks also available outside main hours

RIU's signature gourmet restaurant offering an elevated à la carte dining experience with creative fusion cuisine and refined presentations.

✨ Insider tip: This is the premium dining experience at Riu Cancun. No reservations required but arrive early as there can be lines for the first seating.

Note: Two seatings per evening; guests who miss the first may need to wait for the second

À la carte Asian restaurant serving authentic Japanese and Asian dishes including sushi and seafood specialties.

✨ Insider tip: Known for never-ending sushi and seafood. No teppanyaki tables, so set expectations accordingly. Popular with guests so go early to avoid waiting.

Italian à la carte restaurant with buffet-style starters and desserts and à la carte main courses for dinner.

✨ Insider tip: Starters and desserts are served buffet-style giving you plenty of variety, while mains are ordered à la carte. A solid choice for Italian comfort food.

Poolside restaurant that serves as a casual dining spot during the day and converts to a steakhouse buffet for dinner with ocean terrace seating.

✨ Insider tip: The most popular specialty restaurant at Riu Cancun. The outdoor terrace section offers a wonderful sea view — request a terrace table at dinner.

Note: Functions as poolside restaurant for lunch, steakhouse for dinner

The main lobby bar at Riu Cancun, open from mid-morning until late evening, serving cocktails, spirits, and beverages in a modern setting.

✨ Insider tip: A great spot for pre-dinner drinks. The contemporary lobby design creates a stylish atmosphere for evening cocktails.

The lounge bar and entertainment venue where nightly shows and performances take place, serving cocktails and beverages.

✨ Insider tip: This is where the nightly entertainment happens — grab a drink and enjoy shows ranging from a cappella groups to tribute performances.

The 24-hour bar and snack spot serving sandwiches, finger foods, and casual snacks around the clock alongside a full bar.

✨ Insider tip: Your go-to for late-night cravings. Open 24 hours with sandwiches and casual food — perfect after a night at nearby Coco Bongo.

Note: Snacks and beverages available around the clock

Swim-up pool bar where guests can enjoy cocktails and beverages without leaving the water.

✨ Insider tip: One of the most popular spots during the day. The swim-up seating fills up quickly so claim your spot by mid-morning.

Additional pool-area bar serving cocktails and beverages to guests enjoying the outdoor areas.

✨ Insider tip: A quieter alternative to the swim-up bar for poolside drinks.

The main buffet restaurant at Riu Caribe with live cooking stations, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner with themed dinner nights three times per week.

✨ Insider tip: Very good for all meals. The themed dinner nights offer the best variety — check the weekly schedule at reception when you check in.

RIU's signature gourmet restaurant offering elevated fusion cuisine in an elegant setting, added during the 2023 renovation.

✨ Insider tip: Added during the 2023 refurbishment, this is the premium dining option at Riu Caribe. The lobster soup is widely praised by guests.

Asian-themed buffet restaurant serving a variety of Asian dishes in a renovated atmosphere.

✨ Insider tip: Guests frequently cite this as the most flavorful restaurant at Riu Caribe. Go early as it can fill up quickly.

Mexican à la carte restaurant with buffet starters and desserts, serving authentic local flavors in a renovated dining space.

✨ Insider tip: Worth visiting for authentic Mexican cuisine beyond the typical resort fare. Buffet starters give you a nice range before your à la carte main.

Popular evening steakhouse offering grilled meats and classic steakhouse fare.

✨ Insider tip: The steakhouse is a guest favorite — steak quality is consistently praised in reviews.

Poolside grill-style food station near the pool area serving grilled items and casual snacks throughout the day.

✨ Insider tip: Perfect for a casual lunch without having to change out of your swimwear. Burgers and grilled items are fresh off the grill.

The newly renovated lobby bar named after Frida Kahlo, featuring a bright and welcoming atmosphere with natural light and comfortable seating.

✨ Insider tip: The centerpiece of the 2023 renovation. Great for evening cocktails in a stylish setting.

Theatre lounge bar located in the entertainment area, serving drinks during evening shows and performances.

✨ Insider tip: Grab a drink here before or during the nightly entertainment shows in the theatre.

24-hour sports bar offering food and drinks around the clock, ideal for late-night snacking.

✨ Insider tip: Open 24/7 with food and drinks — your best bet for satisfying late-night hunger.

Adults-only swim-up bar located in one of the pools, serving cocktails and beverages in the RIU Party area.

✨ Insider tip: Located in the adults-only RIU Party zone — the place to be during the themed pool parties.

The main buffet restaurant with an outdoor terrace, featuring live cooking stations and show cooking for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with themed buffet evenings three times a week.

✨ Insider tip: The terrace seating offers a pleasant dining atmosphere. Breakfast includes complimentary Cava — a nice Palace-tier touch.

Note: Breakfast includes Cava, fruit, and juices

RIU's signature fusion restaurant offering creative internationally-inspired à la carte cuisine in an elegant setting.

✨ Insider tip: The fusion menu here is more adventurous than the other themed restaurants. A great choice for a special dinner.

Japanese à la carte restaurant serving sushi, sashimi, and traditional Japanese dishes.

✨ Insider tip: A new addition with the Palace Kukulkan opening. More refined than the Asian restaurants at other Cancún RIU properties.

Mexican à la carte restaurant with buffet starters and desserts, serving authentic Mexican cuisine.

✨ Insider tip: The buffet starters complement the à la carte mains well. Great for experiencing elevated Mexican dishes beyond the buffet.

Italian à la carte restaurant with buffet starters and desserts, offering classic Italian dishes.

✨ Insider tip: Named after the famous Italian composer. The buffet starter spread is generous — save room for your à la carte main.

Poolside steakhouse perfect for meat lovers, offering grilled steaks and premium cuts.

✨ Insider tip: The poolside setting makes this a relaxed evening dining option. Popular with guests, so arrive on time.

Poolside grill serving barbecue delights and casual snacks throughout the day.

✨ Insider tip: Great for a quick poolside lunch without needing to change. The grilled burgers are a crowd favorite.

The lobby bar featuring a mixology specialist who creates a daily signature cocktail alongside premium spirits and beverages.

✨ Insider tip: Ask about the daily signature cocktail — the mixologist creates a unique drink each day. A great spot for pre-dinner drinks.

Note: Features daily signature cocktail from mixology specialist

Patisserie and ice cream parlor serving specialty coffees, pastries, cakes, and ice cream throughout the day.

✨ Insider tip: Perfect for an afternoon treat or after-dinner dessert. The ice cream selection is generous and included in the all-inclusive.

Lounge bar offering cocktails and beverages in a relaxed setting.

✨ Insider tip: A more intimate setting than the lobby bar — great for a quiet evening drink.

Pool bar serving cocktails and beverages to guests at the outdoor swimming pool area.

✨ Insider tip: Conveniently located between the pools — flag down the staff for poolside drink service too.

Ocean-view lounge bar with an outdoor terrace offering cocktails and premium beverages.

✨ Insider tip: The outdoor terrace with ocean views makes this the most scenic bar on the property. Perfect for sunset drinks.

24-hour room service available to all Palace Kukulkan guests, offering a selection of dishes delivered to your room.

✨ Insider tip: A Palace-tier perk — take advantage of the 24-hour room service for a leisurely breakfast on your balcony.

Main buffet restaurant with an outdoor terrace, live cooking stations, and show cooking. Features themed dinner nights three times weekly and complimentary Cava at breakfast.

✨ Insider tip: Thursday evenings feature lobster tails at the buffet — don't miss it. The flowing chocolate fountains are a treat for dessert lovers.

Note: Breakfast includes Cava, fruit, and juices; themed buffets three times weekly

Italian themed restaurant open for lunch and featuring Brazilian Rodizio-style service for dinner.

✨ Insider tip: Open for both lunch and dinner, unlike most specialty restaurants. The evening Brazilian Rodizio with continuous meat service is a standout.

Note: Italian for lunch, Brazilian Rodizio for dinner

Japanese à la carte restaurant serving sushi, sashimi, and Japanese specialties. No teppanyaki show tables.

✨ Insider tip: The salmon is highly recommended by frequent guests. No teppanyaki tables, so expect traditional table service.

Mexican à la carte restaurant serving authentic Mexican cuisine with traditional recipes and flavors.

✨ Insider tip: A solid choice for guests wanting authentic Mexican flavors in a more refined setting than the buffet.

Upscale steakhouse offering premium grilled meats and steaks in an elegant black-and-white themed setting.

✨ Insider tip: One of the best steakhouse options among the Cancún RIU properties. A must-visit at least once during your stay.

À la carte fusion cuisine restaurant offering creative international dishes for dinner.

✨ Insider tip: Offers the most creative menu at the property. Great for guests looking for something different from the themed restaurants.

Poolside snack restaurant during the day that converts to a grill steakhouse for dinner, with regular poolside BBQ events.

✨ Insider tip: The poolside BBQ events several times a week feature grilled meats, paella, and side dishes — a highlight of the all-inclusive experience.

Note: Snacks and casual fare by day; grill steakhouse for dinner

Elegant lobby bar set beneath the iconic stained glass ceiling, serving premium cocktails amid crystal chandeliers and gold leaf decor.

✨ Insider tip: The stunning art deco interior with stained glass ceiling makes this one of the most beautiful hotel bars in Cancún.

Patisserie and ice cream parlor serving specialty coffees, pastries, cakes, and ice cream.

✨ Insider tip: A welcome addition for coffee lovers and sweet-tooth guests. Perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up.

24-hour self-serve food and drink lounge near the check-in desk, offering snacks, light meals, and beverages around the clock with computer access.

✨ Insider tip: The ultimate convenience — open 24 hours with self-serve food and drinks. Great for late arrivals or early departures.

Note: Self-service format with computer access

Outdoor plaza bar offering drinks in an open-air setting.

✨ Insider tip: A pleasant open-air option for drinks with a more relaxed vibe than the indoor bars.

Lounge bar with an outdoor terrace, perfect for evening cocktails and nightcaps.

✨ Insider tip: The terrace adds a nice touch for evening drinks under the stars.

Poolside bar serving cocktails and beverages to guests at the pool area.

✨ Insider tip: Conveniently located for poolside refreshments without having to walk to the lobby.

Swim-up bar in one of the pools, allowing guests to enjoy drinks without leaving the water.

✨ Insider tip: The swim-up bar is a highlight — enjoy your cocktail right in the water. Gets busy in the afternoon.

24-hour room service available to all Palace Las Americas guests, a signature Palace-tier amenity.

✨ Insider tip: Take advantage of this Palace perk for a relaxed breakfast on your balcony or late-night snack.

Main buffet restaurant with indoor seating and an open-air area with sea views, featuring live cooking stations and themed buffet nights three times weekly.

✨ Insider tip: Thursday evenings feature unlimited lobster tails at no extra cost — plan your schedule around this. Request the open-air section for sea views.

Note: Breakfast includes Cava; Thursday seafood buffet with lobster tails

RIU's signature fusion restaurant offering creative internationally-inspired cuisine with the most widely appealing menu among the specialty restaurants.

✨ Insider tip: Consistently rated as having the most broadly appealing menu of all the à la carte options. A top pick for your first specialty dinner.

Japanese à la carte restaurant serving sushi, sashimi, and traditional Japanese dishes.

✨ Insider tip: The salmon dishes are highly recommended by guests. One of the stronger specialty restaurants at the property.

Italian à la carte restaurant also open for breakfast, offering a buffet-style starter selection with à la carte mains.

✨ Insider tip: Unique among the specialty restaurants for also being open at breakfast. The buffet starter spread is impressive — pace yourself for the main course.

Note: Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; no reservation needed

Mexican à la carte restaurant serving authentic local cuisine and traditional Mexican dishes.

✨ Insider tip: A good option for guests wanting to experience Mexican cuisine beyond the buffet in a dedicated setting.

Dual-purpose venue that serves as a snack restaurant during the day and converts to a steakhouse grill for dinner.

✨ Insider tip: Good fresh grilled burgers at lunch make this the best casual poolside option. The evening steakhouse service offers a different menu.

Note: Snack restaurant by day, steakhouse for dinner

Exclusive gourmet restaurant reserved for guests staying in the Adults Only Deluxe Villas, offering premium fusion cuisine.

✨ Insider tip: Only accessible to villa guests. If you splurge on a villa, this intimate restaurant is a real highlight.

Note: Exclusively for Adults Only Deluxe Villa guests

The main lobby bar serving premium cocktails, spirits, and beverages in an elegant setting.

✨ Insider tip: Excellent waiter service — staff will seek you out to offer drinks even if seated in other parts of the lobby.

Patisserie and ice cream parlor serving specialty coffees, pastries, cakes, and ice cream.

✨ Insider tip: Great for an afternoon treat between pool time and dinner.

Lounge bar with an outdoor terrace offering cocktails and beverages in a relaxed evening setting.

✨ Insider tip: The terrace is a nice spot for after-dinner drinks with a more intimate vibe than the lobby bar.

Outdoor plaza bar in the common areas serving cocktails and beverages.

✨ Insider tip: A casual open-air option for drinks in the resort's common areas.

Sports bar with game tables including air hockey, foosball, and pool tables, serving drinks and snacks.

✨ Insider tip: Great for families with older kids and teens — the game tables provide entertainment beyond the pool.

Pool bar with swim-up bar service in one of the four swimming pools.

✨ Insider tip: The swim-up bar is the social hub of the pool area. The shallow areas have tiled sun loungers for in-water relaxation.

Beach bar with a chill-out terrace offering cocktails and beverages with a relaxed beachfront vibe.

✨ Insider tip: The chill-out terrace is a lovely spot for sunset drinks right by the beach.

24-hour room service available to all Palace Peninsula guests.

✨ Insider tip: A convenient Palace-tier perk. Great for families wanting a quiet meal in the room after a long day.

The main buffet restaurant featuring live cooking stations, a wide selection of international dishes, fresh desserts, vegetarian options, and themed dinner nights three times per week.

✨ Insider tip: The live cooking stations add an interactive element to every meal. Themed dinner nights rotate — ask at reception for the weekly schedule.

Note: Themed buffet dinners three times per week

RIU's signature gourmet fusion restaurant offering an elevated dining experience in an elegant setting.

✨ Insider tip: The premium dining option at Riu Ventura. Creative fusion dishes make this worth saving for a special evening.

Asian specialties restaurant serving Japanese and pan-Asian cuisine including sushi and traditional dishes.

✨ Insider tip: One of the newer RIU Asian restaurants — expect a fresh, updated menu compared to the older properties.

Mexican restaurant serving authentic local flavors and traditional Mexican dishes.

✨ Insider tip: A great choice for experiencing authentic Mexican cuisine in a dedicated restaurant setting rather than the buffet.

Italian restaurant offering classic Italian cuisine and dishes.

✨ Insider tip: Named after the Italian coastal city. A solid choice for pasta and Italian comfort food.

Classic steakhouse offering grilled meats and premium cuts in a relaxed setting.

✨ Insider tip: A reliable choice for meat lovers. The steakhouse concept is consistent across RIU properties.

Poolside grill station serving grilled food, burgers, and casual snacks throughout the day.

✨ Insider tip: Perfect for a casual poolside lunch without changing out of swimwear. The grilled burgers are always fresh.

Casual snack station offering bold, street-style Mexican tacos and bites.

✨ Insider tip: A fun, casual option for quick Mexican street food. The tacos are a great midday snack between pool sessions.

24-hour sports bar featuring the new American-country concept, offering an à la carte range of all-American favorites alongside drinks and snacks around the clock.

✨ Insider tip: The new American-country concept is unique to Riu Ventura among Cancún RIU properties. Open 24/7 for late-night cravings.

Note: Features new American-country concept with à la carte American favorites

Rooftop pool bar on the sixth floor with an adults-only pool, offering cocktails and beverages with panoramic Caribbean Sea views.

✨ Insider tip: The crown jewel of Riu Ventura — the sixth-floor location provides the best views of any bar across all six Cancún RIU properties. Adults only.

Note: Located on sixth floor with adults-only pool

Swim-up bar in the ground-floor pool area where guests can enjoy cocktails and beverages without leaving the water.

✨ Insider tip: Enjoy your favorite beverages without ever leaving the water. A social hub during the day.

Open-air plaza bar perfect for catching spectacular sunsets with friends over cocktails.

✨ Insider tip: The open-air setting makes this an ideal spot for sunset drinks. More relaxed than the indoor bars.

Entertainment lounge bar featuring a lively stage with live music and performances several nights a week.

✨ Insider tip: The main evening entertainment venue — arrive early for the best seats near the stage for live shows.

Relaxed lobby bar offering cocktails and beverages in a comfortable setting, perfect for unwinding.

✨ Insider tip: A more relaxed vibe than the entertainment bars — great for a quiet drink away from the action.